Podcast #8 - Social Events Manager, Kristen...

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In our 8th podcast, Otto Chung gets info from Kristen Diefenbacher, Manager of Social Events, about this summer's tournament; what parties to look forward to, what players should pack and guarantees a Toronto Blue Jays win.

The WFDF Ultimate Committee is pleased to announce new WFDF Rules Accreditation Requirements for WFDF-sanctioned Ultimate events. The requirements, which will stipulate specified minimums of players on each team roster that are rules certified, will be introduced for all Ultimate events in 2013. As a self-officiated sport, the objective of this accreditation is to ensure that all players are fully versed in the rules to ensure that there is no confusion on playing within the “spirit of the game.”

The Rules Accreditation process was introduced at the start of 2013 and is designed to allow players to demonstrate that they have read and understood the Rules of Ultimate. There are two types of Accreditation: (1) WFDF Accreditation - Standard: for all types of players (including those who have not played a game); and (2) WFDF Accreditation - Advanced: for experienced players only. Players who successfully complete the quiz are issued a certificate. A register of people who are Rules Accredited is updated each month and is available on the Rules Website. As of the end of March 2013, there had been 1,264 standard and 477 advanced rules accreditations awarded, respectively.

Full details regarding the Rules Accreditation Process are available from each specific event website and from the Accreditation section of the official Rules of Ultimate website: http://rules.wfdf.org/.

The tournament officially begins!

The warm, sunny weather was perfect for the opening ceremonies and kickoff showcase game on Sunday afternoon. First nation dancers lead the 36 teams representing countries from around the world into the opening ceremonies. The players’ enthusiasm was particularly well highlighted by the gymnastic talents displayed by the Japanese player who, instead of walking in, entered the ceremonies with backhand springs.

July 29

continuous loop from Toronto Pearson to York University (approximately 45 minute loop)

For Airport shuttles on July 20 and July 21: please meet your shuttle coordinator (during the indicated shuttle times) at the International Arrivals – Information Desk in Terminal 1 at Toronto Pearson International Airport. If you arrive at Terminal 3 you can take the Viscount Train Link or Terminal Link bus. A greeter should be near the information desk with a U23 sign and the shuttle bus will be arriving downstairs.

The pickup and drop-off location for all shuttles will be at the Calumet Bus Loop which is located just west of Calumet & Stong residences. Shuttle buses will be designated with the U23 event logo.

For all games at Fountainhead Park (Field #7) we will have a daily school bus running from 7am – 6pm, continuous 20 minute loop. Pickup and drop-off is also at the Calumet Bus Loop.

For anyone attending the Blue Jays Game on July 25, buses will pick-up passengers at the Calumet Bus Loop at 5:30pm. You must present a ticket in order to board the bus.

For more information on shuttle service email events@wfdf2013-u23.com.

Spectators at the WFDF 2013 World Under-23 Ultimate Championships

We look forward to showcasing the top under 23 Ultimate players in the world to our community and welcome fans from all over to come down to check out what all the excitement is about. While the majority of our games will be FREE of charge to watch, there will be a charge to view the following games:

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The World Flying Disc Federation’s Under-23 Ultimate Championships will be held in Toronto, Ontario, Canada from July 21 – 28, 2013. We will welcome over 20 nations in 3 divisions: Open, Women’s, and Mixed. The event is hosted by the Toronto Ultimate Club, a leading organization that provides the highest quality Ultimate experience, since 1980. Visit: wfdf2013-u23.com and tuc.org